Operations News & Media

Ten Ramen sold to Vandelay Companies

December 18, 2025

Vandelay Companies has acquired Ten Ramen, a staple of the Dallas dining scene for a decade, and announced plans to expand the brand to the West Village…

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Hopdoddy leading the charge in the modern burger evolution

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Smalls Sliders expands South Carolina footprint with 5-unit deal

December 17, 2025

Smalls Sliders, a cheeseburger slider concept based in modular shipping containers, is expanding its presence in Upstate South Carolina following a multi-unit…

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Fatburger returning to Japan

December 17, 2025

Los Angeles-based restaurant company FAT Brands Inc. has opened a Fatburger location in Okinawa, marking the burger chain's return to the Japanese market. It…

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The Advantages of Franchising

Franchising offers a proven path to growth, but success requires more than a strong concept. This whitepaper breaks down the advantages of franchising while…

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Kraft Heinz hires Steve Cahillane as CEO

December 16, 2025

Kraft Heinz has chosen Steve Cahillane, former Kellanoa chief, as CEO come Jan. 1, 2026.

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2026's Top 7 food-packaging trends revealed

by Tomia Smith — Vice President, National Account Sales, Sabert Corporation

As margins become tighter and consumers scrutinize their spending more closely, the fast casual segment must ensure that customers feel they are getting real…

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The power of why: no budget needed

by Kathleen Wood — Founder, K. Wood Partners

Founders are encouraged to anchor their leadership, decision-making and momentum to their "why," which is presented as their most powerful, zero-cost asset for…

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Inside the Founder shift: What 2025 sparked and why 2026 is ready to ignite

In our final Founderology podcast episode of the year, Cherryh and I sat down to reflect on the moments that mattered, the shifts that shaped us and the…

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Potbelly adding 50 locations in 2026

December 15, 2025

Potbelly Sandwich Works plans to open 50 locations in 2026, a significant expansion that will push the chain past the 500-store milestone as it pursues a…

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Smashburger's comeback: A conversation with Tom Ryan and Jim Sullivan

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Chipotle reaches 4,000th restaurant milestone with Kansas opening

December 15, 2025

Chipotle Mexican Grill marked a major corporate milestone Friday, opening its 4,000th restaurant in Manhattan, Kansas, moving the chain past the halfway point…

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Dave's Hot Chicken tops Yelp's 2025 'Most Loved Brands'

December 12, 2025

Three of the top five spots went to fast casual chains, with Korean fried chicken franchise bb.q Chicken taking No. 3 and California burger icon In-N-Out…

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Top 10 Trends in Restaurant Technology

As the restaurant landscape evolves, operators increasingly rely on technology to remain profitable and deliver an outstanding guest experience.

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National Restaurant Association seeks solutions to penny shortage

December 11, 2025

The National Restaurant Association is seeking solutions to the national penny shortage. The shortage means operators can't order pennies from their local…

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White Rhino Coffee acquires Emporium Pies

December 11, 2025

White Rhino Coffee, a Dallas-based specialty coffee company, has acquired Emporium Pies, a North Texas dessert chain known for its handcrafted pastries.

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Starbucks reveals 9 most-viral drinks of 2025

December 11, 2025

Starbucks released a list of its most viral customized beverages of 2025, highlighting how social media trends created by customers and employees continue to…

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Corporate Growth or Franchise Expansion: Choosing the Best Path Forward

What's the next step for your restaurant? This whitepaper helps entrepreneurs evaluate whether to continue growing through corporate-owned locations or…

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